Harassment, Bullying, Discrimination, and Violence at Sea: Get Support
Recognise unacceptable conduct at sea, take immediate safety steps, preserve a factual record, and find confidential support.
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Practical, source-led information for Malaysian seafarers, cadets, families and the wider maritime community.
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Three practical starting points: know your rights, check the agreement, and protect your wage claim.
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Plain-language guidance linked to the responsible Malaysian and international authorities. General information is not individual legal, medical or emergency advice.
Shore Leave and Port Welfare: Why Rest Ashore Matters
Learn why shore leave supports seafarer wellbeing, how port welfare centres can help, and what to do when access is repeatedly restricted.
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Food, Drinking Water, and Accommodation Standards on Board
Learn the baseline expectations for safe food, drinking water, hygiene, accommodation and recreation on a working vessel.
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Medical Care at Sea: Who Is Responsible and What Records Matter
Understand basic medical-care protections at sea, how to report illness or injury, and which treatment and expense records to preserve.
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Onboard Complaint Procedures: Raise a Concern Without Losing the Paper Trail
A factual, safety-conscious method for documenting and escalating an onboard concern while preserving a clear record.
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Flags of Convenience: Why a Ship’s Flag Matters to Your Rights
Understand what a ship’s flag state does, why ownership and registration may differ, and what seafarers should check before joining.
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ITF Agreements and Collective Bargaining: What They Mean on Your Ship
Learn what an ITF agreement and collective bargaining agreement can cover, how to identify the correct document, and who represents the crew.
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Recruitment Scams and Illegal Fees: Protect Yourself Before Joining a Ship
Check a maritime job, recruiter and vessel before sharing documents or money, and learn the warning signs of recruitment scams and illegal fees.
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Repatriation Rights: When and How a Seafarer Should Return Home
Understand common seafarer repatriation rights, who normally arranges return travel, which records matter, and where to seek help.
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